7th August 2023, Mumbai: Andrew Garfield’s recent shirtless escapade with friends in Italy has sparked a flurry of hilarity on the internet, drawing unexpected parallels to a sub-plot in the acclaimed series, The White Lotus Season 2. In a picture circulating on social media, Andrew can be seen basking in the Italian sun alongside four friends. While the snapshot was taken from a distance, Andrew’s unmistakable presence steals the spotlight. Among his friends, one can be spotted giving him a back massage, while another sips from what appears to be a wine glass.
Twitter turns Viral Pic into Meme Fest
The online world wasted no time turning this seemingly innocent picture into a meme extravaganza on Twitter. The creative minds of the internet swiftly drew connections to a track from HBO’s Emmy-winning show, The White Lotus Season 2, where a group of gay men in Italy, frequently shirtless, plot to take down Jennifer Coolidge’s character, Tanya McQuoid. One Twitter user ingeniously reposted Andrew’s photo, playfully commenting, “These the type of men that tried to kill Jennifer Coolidge on that one show.” This lighthearted remark set off a chain reaction, with memes comparing Andrew’s picture to the enigmatic “gay men” in The White Lotus Season 2.
‘GET THEM MOTHER’: Andrew’s Hillarious Photo Comedy
Another user couldn’t resist sharing a GIF of Jennifer delivering her iconic scene, dramatically shooting down the “gays” at the end of the show, playfully captioning it, “GET THEM MOTHER.” The thread also featured a humorous GIF with Jennifer’s famous line, “These gays, they’re trying to murder me.” Adding an extra layer of fun, one user superimposed ‘spidermen’ over ‘gays’ in the same meme, resulting in, “These spidermen, they’re trying to murder me.” In the mix of amusing comparisons, some netizens couldn’t help but appreciate Andrew’s timeless sex appeal and well-toned physique. One user hilariously pointed out, “Soo I just found out he’s finna be 40, that’s crazy (laughing with tears emoji).” Another playfully warned others to respect their imaginary claim to Andrew, writing, “They’re my husbands… y’all watch your mouth!!!”
The White Lotus Controvery
The White Lotus, a black comedy anthology series, first graced screens in 2021 on HBO, starring Jennifer Coolidge and Alexandra Daddario, among other talented actors. The show’s debut season earned 11 Emmy Awards the following year, with Jennifer receiving recognition as Outstanding Supporting Actress. The much-anticipated Season 2 premiered earlier this year, and fans are eagerly awaiting news of a potential third season on the horizon. As Andrew Garfield’s playful picture continues to inspire laughter and White Lotus comparisons across social media, it is a delightful reminder of how the internet can effortlessly turn a casual snapshot into a joyful meme carnival.
By Yashika Desai.